Senior Accountant - Corporate Finance

Calgary, AB, Canada Req #581
Thursday, May 2, 2024

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to oversee all aspects of the month-end close process and reconciliation activities. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records while adhering to strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Month-End Close: Lead the month-end close process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reflected in the general ledger in a timely manner.
  • Reconciliation: Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, accruals, and intercompany transactions, resolving any discrepancies promptly.
  • Journal Entries: Prepare and post complex journal entries to accurately reflect month-end adjustments, accruals, and reclassifications as necessary.
  • Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, providing insights into variances and trends to support management decision-making.
  • Fixed Assets: Maintain fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules, additions, disposals, and impairment assessments, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements, including GAAP and relevant tax regulations.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline month-end close processes and improve efficiency through automation or process enhancements.
  • Audit Support: Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide documentation and support during audits, addressing any audit findings or recommendations.
  • Team Leadership: Provide guidance and training to junior accounting staff involved in the month-end close process, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance, A professional accounting designation (CPA) is preferred.
  • A strong drive to continuously evaluate and improve processes.
  • 5+ years of experience, with a growth- mindset, curious to probe, discover and solve.
  • Excellent computer skills including an advanced level of proficiency in MS Excel.
  • Previous experience working with Power BI, ERP systems such as Visual and/or IFS would be an asset.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, manage several project deadlines concurrently.
  • Proven team player, high level of cooperation and mutual respect.
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills.

Other details

  • Job Function Accountant and Auditor
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Industry Aerospace/Defense
  • Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
Location on Google Maps
  • Calgary, AB, Canada